Across Australia, violent youth crime is rising — and justice depends on where you live.

In Queensland, young offenders who commit serious crimes like armed robbery or stabbing can face adult-level penalties under the state’s *Adult Crime, Adult Time* laws.

In other states, the same offences can mean bail, community orders, or early release.

That’s not justice — that’s postcode privilege.

We’re calling for a national reform so every state and territory applies the same tough, fair standard:
If you commit an adult crime, you face adult time.

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✅ OUR KEY DEMANDS:
1️⃣ Create a nationwide sentencing framework for serious youth violence.
2️⃣ Remove “custody as a last resort” for violent or weapon offences.
3️⃣ Make victim impact the top sentencing priority.
4️⃣ Allow prior youth offences to count in sentencing.
5️⃣ Fund secure, therapeutic youth facilities for rehabilitation and accountability.
6️⃣ Introduce federal oversight so all states follow the same standard.

We stand with victims, police, and communities who want to feel safe again.
Judges need real options — not empty laws.
Australians deserve one justice system, not eight.

✍️ Sign now to support national consistency and common-sense reform.
Because if you’re old enough to commit an adult crime — you’re old enough to face adult time.